Hyperhidrosis Treatment Methods

Endoscopic Thoracic Sympathectomy

Endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy is a surgery performed by a surgeon in a hospital. Though considered a minimally invasive procedure, this is the most invasive treatment option for hyperhidrosis. The sympathetic nerve in the thoracic region is located through small incisions. It is then cut or destroyed to stop excessive nerve signals involved in perspiration. This surgery has a high success rate in helping patients with hyperhidrosis. There is a small risk of infection at incision sites like with most surgeries, and it can sometimes cause excessive sweating in other areas of the body. This usually happens on the back or chest and is called compensatory hyperhidrosis, but it is often less of an issue for patients than prior hyperhidrosis.